Taking action on climate change 'won't stop China's aggression'
Sky News host Sharri Markson says the claim Chinas actions in the Pacific are because of Scott Morrison and Australia's lack of action on climate change is absurd. No matter how much action Australia takes on climate change, it is not going to stop China's aggression in our region, Ms Markson said. China's security pact with the Solomon Islands - which has sparked concerns, very real concerns, that this could lead to a military foothold on our doorstep - it comes despite the fact China is one of the world's largest emitters of carbon. Short of taking more action on climate change as Anthony Albanese suggests, and giving more aid funding, we need to look at what can Australia, what the US, the UK, India and Japan can do to prevent the Pacific leaders from laying out the welcome mat to Beijing. Read More Our Apps